This is an excerpt: We have made it to the last month of 2020, and what a year it has been! We were forced to change our lifestyles and habits, including how we work, how we learn, and even how we interact and engage with one another.

This is an excerpt: YWCA USA is pleased to announce that our CEO, Alejandra Y. Castillo is the 2020 recipient of the Distinguished Public Service Award (DPSA) from the LBJ School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin.

This is an excerpt: On Saturday, I felt like I was finally able to breathe a sigh of relief. A breath that many of you were probably also able to take after four years of division, confusion, and hopelessness for the future.

This is an excerpt: On Saturday, November 7th, Kamala Harris became our nation's first vice president-elect -- a woman, woman of color, and the daughter of immigrants -- after her running mate, President-elect Joe Biden, was declared the winner of the U.S. presidential election.

This is an excerpt: Washington, D.C.—Alejandra Y. Castillo, CEO of YWCA USA, issued the following statement on the results of the 2020 election: “While the results of this election may come as a surprise to many, an affirmation to some, and a rejection to others, it is a defining moment for the nation.

This is an excerpt: Washington, D.C.—Alejandra Y. Castillo, CEO of YWCA USA, issued the following statement on the results of the 2020 election: “While the results of this election may come as a surprise to many, an affirmation to some, and a rejection to others, it is a defining moment for the nation.

By Debbie Baldwin, Digital Media SpecialistToday, we are proud to join in with organizations and individuals across the country to recognize Latina Equal Pay Day.

This is an excerpt: Episode #58 Subscribe to the Organize Your Butterflies Podcast: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY | TUNEIN | RSS Host: Alejandra Y. Castillo Guest: Sophie Sandberg, Founder of Catcalls of NYC Catcalls of NYC is a grassroots initiative that uses public chalk art to raise awareness about gender-based street harassment.

This is an excerpt: As we commemorate the 100th anniversary year of women’s suffrage, we celebrate the courage and conviction of those who fought for equality. But in this moment of celebration, we must acknowledge that the 19th Amendment was not the end of our fight for equitable representation.

This is an excerpt: At YWCA, we imagine a world without violence. Unfortunately, that is not our current reality. Every 90 seconds a woman in the United States is sexually assaulted, and only half of domestic violence incidents are reported to the police.

This is an excerpt: Sexual harassment, abuse, and assault are serious and widespread issues that are often used to instill fear, humiliate, or punish; destroy lives, families, and communities; or enforce power dynamics.

This is an excerpt: The Allstate Foundation's Moving Ahead Curriculum has made significant strides to serve survivors of GBV who need support when it comes to financial empowerment.

This is an excerpt: During this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month, YWCA USA is thrilled to highlight these Latina trailblazers for their groundbreaking contributions in the fields of advocacy, civil rights, legal, media, science and sports. After learning more about them, make sure to follow them to stay up to date on how they continue to pave the way for all women.

This is an excerpt: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFor media inquiries, contact:Yolanda RaineSenior Director, Marketing and CommunicationsYWCA USAyraine@ywca.org202-524-5331LBJ School, YWCA USA outline new policy approaches for addressing women’s economic security needs.

This is an excerpt: I had a name nobody could pronounce correctly, so like a lot of children of immigrants, I introduced myself with a gringo-friendly alternative: “awhn-drei-uh.”This Hispanic Heritage Month, I’m reflecting on the complicated identities of Latinos born or living in America.

This is an excerpt: Traditionally hard-to-count populations include communities of color, low-income households, children under the age of five, the elderly, foreign born, homeless and individuals with limited English language.

This is an excerpt: We’re proud to elevate the words and story of Magdalena Verdugo, CEO of YWCA of Southern Arizona. Her impact within her community has been profound and for her leadership we are grateful.

This is an excerpt: By Alejandra Y. Castillo, President and CEO, YWCAConversations surrounding the state of our union often paint the picture of a country divided. Our national survey of women and women of color across the United States suggests otherwise.

This is an excerpt: In this episode of “Organize Your Butterflies,” YWCA USA CEO Alejandra Y. Castillo chats with Celinda Lake, CEO, Lake Research Partners, and Catherine Beane, Vice President of Public Policy and Advocacy, YWCA USA about the YWomenVote survey findings and implications for the 2020 election.